Hong Kong
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Children are supported in developing empathy, sharing, and self-regulation skills through structured group work, storytelling, and play-based interaction. Teachers guide students in conflict resolution and expression of emotions.
Somerset campus is equipped to support children with mild learning differences within a mainstream classroom setting. Teachers adapt instructions and offer one-on-one help when needed, though the campus is not set up for intensive or specialist SEN provision.
The school does not have publicly available information on their EAL.
Teachers work closely with young learners to help them feel safe, supported, and confident. The daily routine includes structured quiet time, group circle discussions, and guided emotional expression through art and storytelling. These practices help children identify and manage their emotions in a supportive environment.
The school applies a child protection policy across all campuses, consistent with international school guidelines. Staff are trained to recognise and respond to concerns related to student welfare. Safeguarding measures include secure campus access, teacher supervision, and procedures for reporting and following up on concerns. YCIS follows its stated commitment to ensuring physical and emotional safety for all students.
Yew Chung International School (Somerset Road Campus) is a co‑educational day school in Kowloon Tong offering Early Years and Primary education. The curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum framework complemented by a strong Chinese language and culture programme and bilingual co‑teaching in English and Mandarin. The campus environment supports young learners with age‑appropriate classrooms, outdoor play zones and learning spaces designed to develop cognitive, social and emotional growth.